Rachel Reid reveals what Shane and Ilya from 'Heated Rivalry' would wear to the Met Gala

Rachel Reid is weighing in on one of fans’ favorite hypothetical questions: what would Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov wear to the Met Gala?

At an “Evening with Rachel Reid & Spotify” event in New York City on May 13, the bestselling author shared her thoughts on how the beloved hockey romance couple from Heated Rivalry would approach fashion’s biggest night.

Reid joked that neither Shane nor Ilya would be particularly enthusiastic about attending the Met Gala. She imagined Shane opting for a simple suit he had worn before, likely with a subtle flourish such as a colorful pocket square.

Ilya, on the other hand, would be far more eager to make a statement and would likely choose something dramatic and over-the-top, even if it missed the theme entirely.

The author’s comments come shortly after the actors who portray the characters in the hit TV adaptation made their own real-life Met Gala deuts. Hudson Williams wore a striking custom Balenciaga suit with crystal embroidery and Black Swan inspired makeup, while Connor Storrie attended in a custom Saint Laurent ensemble featuring a sleeveless polka-dot blouse.

Originally published in 2019, Heated Rivalry became a global sensation after its television adaptation introduced Shane and Ilya’s secret romance to an even wider audience.

For longtime readers, Reid’s playful take on the pair’s Met Gala style only reinforced what fans already know: Shane would keep things understated, while Ilya would turn the red carpet into a competition all his own.